EHCP Assistant Practitioner

Nottinghamshire County Council; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

27-30 days leave incl. holidays

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council’s Children and Families Department is seeking an EHCP Assistant Practitioner to provide essential administrative and casework support within the Statutory SEND Service. Your role will help ensure statutory processes are followed, contributing to better outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

Based at Meadow House, Mansfield, with hybrid working arrangements, you will handle records, data processing, and case tracking while supporting service targets and

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above (or equivalent).
• NVQ Level 3 in Advice and Guidance or equivalent experience.
• Strong working knowledge of the Children & Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clear, accurate, and organised case records in line with council policies and data protection laws.
• Support the Statutory SEND Service in meeting service targets and statutory obligations.
• Act as the first point of contact for enquiries regarding EHC processes.
• Gather, process, and update case information in relevant databases, assisting in monitoring and tracking progress.

Skills

EHC/ SEND domain knowledge

Customer service

Data handling / GDPR

Education

GCSE English & Maths C or above

NVQ Level 3 in Advice and Guidance

Knowledge of Children & Families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice

Job description

Job Description / Person Specification

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Salary £30,024 - £33,699 per annum

Type of vacancy Fixed Term

Work pattern Full Time

Duration (Months) 12

Hours per week 37

Work Base Meadow House, Mansfield, NG18 2TB

Working Arrangements Hybrid

Job Description / Person Specification

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Competency Framework Tier 7a

Number of posts 1

Interview date 18 September 2026

Closing Date 08 September 2026 23:55

The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two minute animation to learn more.

Join Nottinghamshire County Council, a dedicated team committed to making a difference in the lives of children and families across our community. We are passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our vibrant team.

As an EHCP Assistant Practitioner, you will provide essential administrative and casework support within the Statutory SEND Service. Your role will ensure that statutory processes are followed efficiently, helping to create a brighter future for children and young people with SEND.

In This Role, You Will

• Maintain clear, accurate, and organised case records in line with council policies and data protection laws.
• Support the Statutory SEND Service in meeting service targets and statutory obligations.
• Act as the first point of contact for enquiries regarding the statutory Education, Health, and Care (EHC) processes.
• Gather, process, and update case information in relevant databases, assisting in monitoring and tracking progress.
• Promote effective teamwork and contribute to service improvement.

To Succeed In This Role, You Will Need

• GCSE Grade C or above in English and Maths (or equivalent).
• NVQ Level 3 in Advice and Guidance or equivalent relevant experience.
• A strong working knowledge of the Children & Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who Demonstrate

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, including empathy and active listening.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and data accuracy.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we believe in supporting our staff. We offer:

• Flexible, hybrid working arrangements.
• 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 days after 5 years' service), plus bank holidays.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• A supportive and welcoming team environment with a commitment to continued professional development.

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For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Kate Spriggs on 0115 8041055 or by email [e-mail].

This post is also available as a secondment opportunity to existing Nottinghamshire County Council employees. You must seek approval from your line manager before applying.

Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.